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Equipment Safety Engineer

AT Toyota North America
Toyota North America

Equipment Safety Engineer

Lexington, KY

Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.

Who we're looking for

Toyota's Regional Safety Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Equipment Safety Engineer.

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The primary responsibility of this role is to balance company-wide operational hoshin priorities with the obligation to team member safety and compliance through the translation of complex safety regulatory interpretations into actionable instructions and development of technically accurate, standardized safety policies, standards, and programs.

Reporting to the Safety Manager, the person in this role will support the Toyota Safety department's objective to prioritize equipment safety through standardization, achieve best safety performance, and an incident free workplace.

What you'll be doing

  • Provide support as a multi-function SME in safety related functions such as risk assessment, machine & equipment guarding, control of hazardous energy, equipment safety management system, circuitry analysis, etc.
  • Author, maintain, and update specific equipment safety related standards aligned with Equipment Safety Assurance Program (ESAP)
  • Develop and manage implementation plans, presentations, and technical reports for executive management as well as internal and external customers
  • Lead, support and participate in key safety initiatives within the safety business unit

What you bring

  • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Safety Engineering and/or 5+ years of experience in one of the following: Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or equivalent degree
  • Experience in machine safety, reliability, and design
  • Comprehensive understanding of safety systems, regulatory policy interpretation, compliance, reliability, and equipment engineering
  • Knowledge and proficiency in creating and implementing technical safety standards
  • Knowledge and proficiency in functional safety of equipment/machinery following current standards and guidelines ISO 13849, IEC 62061, ANSI B.11, etc.
  • Knowledge and proficiency in equipment and process hazard identification, risk assessment, controlling hazards, and mitigation risk
  • Experience managing projects requiring critical thinking (kaizen), problem solving, data analysis & verification, and continuous improvement
  • Detail oriented and self-motivated with strong decision-making, organizational, and analytical skills
  • Manage customer expectations and work to find mutually agreeable solutions
  • Capable of developing and delivering presentations, generating effective reports, conducting applicable research

Bonus if you have

  • Master's degree or higher
  • Functional Safety Engineer Certification
  • TUV Technician Certification
  • Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
  • Experience working in manufacturing, Safety, and/or engineering
  • Development of others with varying experience level, skills, and/or projects
  • OSHA 10 hour
  • Knowledge and proficiency in circuit verification & validation
  • Knowledge and proficiency in new technologies

What We'll Bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

  • A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
  • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
  • Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
  • Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
  • Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
  • Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
  • Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
  • Relocation assistance (No)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.

Client-provided location(s): Georgetown, KY 40324, USA
Job ID: Toyota_North_America-891788453
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
  • Office Life and Perks

    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses